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I've done it! I've run 5k!! Yippeeeee!!

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That's it people! I've just got back from tonight's run and am absolutely thrilled to say I've finally run 5k, in 34 minutes! Woohoo!!

It's been a long time coming since I started this program in about August last year, but what with house moves and shin splints it's not been easy and to be honest running 5k seemed like a distant dream last year!

My shins are giving me a bit more trouble after tonight's run so am pleased I'll be seeing the physio tomorrow - think I will have to go easier for a while but am hoping a nice hot bath tonight might help.

In the meantime, I'm basking in my runner's high! Still can't believe I've done it, wow!

Thanks everyone for all the support :-)

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runningwildGraduate

Well done you! I've had the attack of the shin splints three times since I started last year and as soon as I changed my shoes they vanished. I really feel for you. I'm on course to graduate in 3 weeks, so hurray for not giving up, thought it was just me who'd been unlucky! Good time as well btw, double celebration.

Susie

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OldgirlGraduate

Well done r_f_r job well done. Try some ice on your shins it may help reduce the inflamation.

Congratulations for the 5K and also for keeping on getting out there :-)

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greenlegsGraduate

Hope you're still basking! It is such an achievement to keep on running for 5k - well done! :)

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run_forrest_run

Thanks a lot guys!!

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